UNC Women's Basketball Rolls Past Western Illinois In NCAA Tournament Opener

Posted Mar 20, 2026
Hosting Western Illinois in its 2026 NCAA Tournament opener, UNC Women's Basketball controlled the Leathernecks en route to an 82-51 victory at Carmichael Arena on Friday night (Highlights). The Tar Heels advance to the Round of 32 for the fourth straight season. Four Tar Heels finished in double-figures with Nyla Harris leading the way with 17 points. (GoHeels.com)

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